Reuben Mannakee letter dated December 7, 1864

I receive your letter while in Decatur but I had not time to answer. My time is limited at the present time as the train is due at this hour.

I was glad that you had not forgotten me and also to hear that your Mothers mind was restored again.

This is a fine city. I arrived here last evening. I do not expect to remain here long. I am roaming over the western countries in the spring. I intend to Michigan to the Anarbor University for one or two years. Write soon. Write to Moweaqua Shelby Co Illinoise. I will write more when I get back. Nothi[ng] more yours etc.

R. Mannakee

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I receive your letter while in Decatur but I had not time to answer. My time is limited at the present time as the train is due at this hour.

I was glad that you had not forgotten me and also to hear that your Mothers mind was restored again.

This is a fine city. I arrived here last evening. I do not expect to remain here long. I am roaming over the western countries in the spring. I intend to Michigan to the Anarbor University for one or two years. Write soon. Write to Moweaqua Shelby Co Illinoise. I will write more when I get back. Nothi[ng] more yours etc.